NOTICE OF CONFIDENTIALITY
Nest Pregnancy Care Center, 467 Constitution Way, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Confidentiality Notice
This notice describes how your personal and medical information may be used and disclosed, how you can access this information, and the methods of communication we use. Please review this notice carefully.
Our Commitment to Confidentiality
We understand that information about you and your health is personal. At Nest Pregnancy Care Center, we are committed to protecting the confidentiality of that information. In most cases, your personal information will not be disclosed without your written authorization or permission. However, there are circumstances in which Nest Pregnancy Care Center may use or disclose information about you without your authorization, as required by law and in ways that prioritize your privacy. This notice outlines these practices and explains your rights regarding your confidential information.
How We May Use and Disclose Confidential Information About You
For Treatment: We may use information about you to provide, coordinate, or manage your care, including consultation with healthcare providers and referrals to specialists or other professionals. Our records may be maintained electronically and accessed by authorized personnel involved in your care.
For Organizational Operations: We may use and disclose information for operational purposes, such as quality improvement, staff training, compliance with licensing requirements, and business planning. Information may also be used for legal services, audits, and compliance monitoring. Certain data may be tracked over time to improve care and services.
For Research: In most cases, we will seek your written authorization before using or disclosing your information for research purposes.
Appointment Reminders: We may use and disclose information to remind you of scheduled appointments.
Treatment Alternatives: We may contact you regarding potential treatment options or alternatives.
Health-Related Benefits and Services: We may inform you about health-related products or services we offer.
Business Associates: We may share information with business associates who perform services on our behalf. These associates are required to maintain confidentiality.
As Required by Law: We will disclose information when required by federal, state, or local law.
To Prevent a Serious Threat to Health or Safety: If necessary, we may disclose information to prevent or lessen a serious threat to your health, safety, or that of the public.
Registries: We may be required by law to release information for public health monitoring and research purposes.
Military Personnel: If you are a member of the armed forces, we may release information as required by military command authorities.
Victims of Abuse, Neglect, or Domestic Violence: We may disclose confidential information about individuals we reasonably believe to be victims of abuse, neglect, or domestic violence to authorized reporting agencies.
Public Health Risks: We may disclose confidential information for public health purposes, such as preventing or controlling disease, reporting abuse or neglect, ensuring the safety of regulated products, and notifying individuals who may have been exposed to communicable diseases.
Health Oversight Activities: We may disclose information for audits, investigations, inspections, licensure, and regulatory compliance.
Law Enforcement: We may release information if required by law enforcement under certain circumstances, such as compliance with legal orders, identifying individuals involved in crimes, or reporting criminal activity occurring at Nest Pregnancy Care Center.
Sensitive Information: Some types of information, such as mental health records, substance abuse treatment records, and genetic information, may have additional confidentiality protections under law.
Incidental Disclosures: Certain incidental disclosures may occur as a by-product of permitted uses. If such a breach occurs, we will notify you promptly.
Your Rights Regarding Confidential Information
Right to Inspect and Copy: You have the right to review and request copies of your information. Requests must be made in writing, and fees may apply for copying and mailing.
Right to Amend: If you believe information we have is incorrect or incomplete, you may request an amendment in writing. Requests must include a reason for the amendment. We may deny requests under certain circumstances but will inform you of your rights in response.
Right to an Accounting of Disclosures: You may request a list of disclosures we have made, except those related to treatment, organizational operations, or those authorized by you. Requests must be in writing and limited to six years of history.
Right to Request Restrictions: You have the right to request restrictions on how we use or disclose your information. Requests must be submitted in writing and specify the desired limitations.
Communication Preferences: We may contact you for appointment reminders, service updates, or test results. By providing your contact information, you consent to communication via phone, email, or text. Our business cell phone is used for texting, and full security is not guaranteed. You may request to terminate communication in writing.
Right to Request Confidential Communication: You may request that we communicate with you in a specific manner, such as only at work or by mail. Requests must be in writing, and reasonable requests will be accommodated.
Right to a Paper Copy of This Notice: You may request a paper copy of this notice at any time.
Changes to This Notice: Nest Pregnancy Care Center reserves the right to modify this notice and will post the current version in our facility. Changes will apply to all information we maintain.
Complaints: If you believe your confidentiality rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with Nest Pregnancy Care Center. Complaints must be submitted in writing to:
Nest Pregnancy Care Center Executive Director, 467 Constitution Way, Idaho Falls, ID 83402